Del Mar Race 2 - Race 2 - Mdn Special Weight
THIRSTY CAITLIN (6) gave a great sight last time, leading into the lane and boxing on well for a close third over 1006m at Santa Anita (Dirt) when well supported. That made it three minor placings from three runs this preparation. Armando Aguilar has been in the money at the last three rides. Leading contender. PRINCESS LUNA (7) was on debut at Los Alamitos (Dirt) last start where she made a sustained run and finished third, beaten 1.5 lengths, over 1006m. Will be better for that experience and looks hard to beat. I'M SMOKEN HOT (1) finished out of the money on debut two starts back then was beaten 2 lengths when fourth in a 1006m contest at Santa Anita five weeks ago after being in contention on the bend. Taking on a better line-up this time but she is good enough to play a major role. TAKE REVENGE (9) is a two-year-old filly on debut. From an elite family that includes black type success, being by Clubhouse Ride from It's Vengeance. Looks set to make a positive start to her career despite an awkward draw.

Jockey: Julien R. Leparoux
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Lining up for just third start. At debut, 4th of 8 at Santa Anita on May 23 over 905m, 1.75 len behind Free Closer with 54.5kg at $8.80. Second-up 4th of 7 at Santa Anita on June 13 over 1006m, 2 len behind Stay Bossy carrying 54.5kg at $2.70. Sure to go well.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 13/06/2026 | 21 | MDN F 2 | $90,656.00 | Santa Anita Park | 1006m | Fast | Edwin Maldonado | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 6-2-4 | 7 |
| 2.1L | $2.70 |
| 4/8 | 23/05/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $90,782.00 | Santa Anita Park | 905m | Fast | Edwin Maldonado | 54.5kg | 0:52.77 | 7-2-4 | 1 |
| 1.8L | $8.80 |

Jockey: Cesar Belmont
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Tap Back out of Awesome Lady. Likely to need the run.

Jockey: Welfin R. Orantes
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Stay Thirsty out of Vision Of Justice. Betting the best guide.

Jockey: Joel Rosario
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Pavel out of Wandering Patrol. Prefer to see her under race conditions.

Jockey: Antonio Fresu
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Pavel out of Cash Offer. Likely to need the run.

Jockey: Armando Aguilar
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Recent form sound. Returns from a 35-day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 7 at Santa Anita on June 13 over 1006m, 0.9 len behind Stay Bossy with 54.5kg at $2.90. The run before that gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 8 at Santa Anita on May 23 over 905m, 0.1 len behind Free Closer carrying 54.5kg at $4.40. Poised to win after a narrow defeat last time.
Last Starts 34 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 13/06/2026 | 21 | MDN F 2 | $90,656.00 | Santa Anita Park | 1006m | Fast | Armando Aguilar | 54.5kg | 0:59.72 | 4-1-3 | 2 |
| 0.9L | $2.90 |
| 2/8 | 23/05/2026 | 23 | MDN F 2 | $90,782.00 | Santa Anita Park | 905m | Fast | Armando Aguilar | 54.5kg | 0:52.77 | 1-1-2 | 5 |
| 0.1L | $4.40 |
| 2/7 | 30/04/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $90,782.00 | Santa Anita Park | 905m | Fast | Armando Aguilar | 54.5kg | 0:53.67 | 6-2-2 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $24.90 |

Jockey: Armando Ayuso
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, 3rd in a small field at Los Alamitos on June 27 over 1006m, 1.5 len behind You Trust Me carrying 55.5kg at $2. Improvement to come and should go well.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 27/06/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $69,735.00 | Los Alamitos | 1006m | Fast | Armando Ayuso | 55.5kg | 1:00.47 | 5-1-3 | 1 |
| 1.5L | $2.00 |

Jockey: Tiago Josue Pereira
Weight: 55.5kgs
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Resuming after a break; only one run when 5th of 7 at Santa Anita on May 8 over 905m, 10 len behind Sentient Soon carrying 54.5kg at $9.60. Happy to work around.
Last Starts 70 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 08/05/2026 | - | MDN F 2 | $90,782.00 | Santa Anita Park | 905m | Fast | Tyler Baze | 54.5kg | 0:52.63 | 6-5-5 | 4 |
| 10.0L | $9.60 |

Jockey: Juan J. Hernandez
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Clubhouse Ride out of It's Vengeance. Tough to line up. Betting the best guide.

Jockey: Umberto Rispoli
Weight: 55.5kgs
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First-starter by Pavel out of What A Family. Watch for a market push.